A pop-punk powerhouse: Taylor Acorn takes over the Echoplex
The rising artist showcased her vocal power and high energy to a packed crowd in Echo Park.
At the Viper Room, Tommy Lloyd proved he’s more than an emerging artist
With a fierce set and a standout Ozzy tribute, the 20K Rio singer solidified his place in rock’s next wave.
Vlad Holiday at the Echo: An ode to nostalgia
The artist’s first headlining tour stops in Los Angeles with a set that feels both delicate and deeply personal.
Café by day, wine bar by night: Reunion & Company brings a touch of home to Los Feliz
Owners Cathleen and Tyler Simmons turn a onetime smoke shop into a neighborhood hub for coffee, wine and connection.
After Viral Backlash, Sombr Proves Himself at the Shrine with a Theatrical, High-Energy Show
Days after a viral TikTok labeled Sombr’s tour as “for pre-teens”, the rising star turned online backlash into onstage energy, dazzling fans with a gold-lit, late-night–themed show.
The best ways to celebrate Halloween in Los Angeles
Los Angeles turns into a land of thrills every October. Here are ten of the best Halloween experiences in the city to get you into the spooky spirit.
Laughing Through the Breakdown: How Comedy Keeps Young Americans Politically Tuned in
As distrust in government grows, political satire is helping young Americans understand, engage with and even laugh at the world around them.
Kissaten Corazon: A Japanese coffeehouse with an L.A. twist
A cozy cafe in Chinatown that revives Japan’s kissaten culture, adding a touch of L.A.
20K Rio’s Tommy Lloyd went viral at Coachella. Now he’s building a genre of his own
After a breakout moment on stage with Green Day, Tommy Lloyd opens up about his band 20K Rio, their sound and their journey to redefine modern rock music.
Gun incident at USC dorm sparks safety concerns among students
Gun incident at USC dorm sparks safety concerns among students -- A USC freshman was arrested on April 14 after allegedly pointing a loaded gun at another student in a dorm room, causing Parkside International Residential College residents to express fear and frustration.
Students question President Folt at Student Sustainability Town Hall
Students question President Folt at Student Sustainability Town Hall -- USC students pressed university leaders on the future of sustainability as the school transitions to a new administration.
Deltopia comes back for a fourth year in a row with more arrests and record crowds
As Deltopia draws students from across the region and increases security, students reflect on the highs and lows of the weekend festivities in Isla Vista.
Trump is “not joking” about running for a third presidential term
USC professors shed light on the 22nd Amendment and the possibility of the president's third term.
Trump administration continues to impose tariffs, raising concerns among USC small business owners
Cost increases are likely to be passed onto consumers, raising prices even higher.
Trump’s address to joint Congress meeting showcases a divide on Capitol Hill
The House chamber was split and many protested during the president’s first congressional address to the nation.